I was on bcp's for eons to control the hellish periods and PMS. Then has to stop taking them at 35 because I'm a smoker (that is on the list to tackle this year, after I get my anxiety under control). Things went so far downhill after that. 4 years of misery. Periods every other week that lasted anywhere from 10-14 days. Constant PMS (at least that's what it felt like). Cramps and cramps and more cramps.
Tried an IUD to help control the periods. Mirena. The procedure to get it was excrutiating, to which my doc basically acted like I was a whimp. So, I sucked it up. Pain for months. Doc was very dismissive. FINALLY a girl at work referred me to her doc, who was a 2nd opinion referral to her when she was having similar issues. OMG. The difference a good doctor makes. Within 30 days, the IUD was removed. Turns out that my uterus was full of scar tissue and polyps and that is why the IUD was so painful.
Anyway, long story short, 3 months after that adventure I had my hsyterectomy at 39. Like you, I am so glad that hell is over. I still have my ovaries, so no hormones needed yet. I think my anxiety is just from knowing I will never have kids, which, in general is the choice I had made prior to all of this, but now, that it's not a choice, I struggle a bit. My hormones are being monitored regulary so I can keep up with what's going on and so far, those are ok, so we know it's my anxiety. In addition to all that mess, my dog had to be put to sleep at 16, my dad passed away, and my job is very stressful. It's been like a perfect storm brewing for the past two years.
I know I will get it under control. I did years ago when I first had a panic attack and thought I was dying. They are truly terrifying if you don't know what it is.
I'm so glad to hear that you are doing good post surgery and post hormones. And I really appreciate the welcome. I don't really know anyone that has had a hysterectomy, so it's hard for people to understand how it all is.
Random question... to this day, randomly I will find myself wondering when I'm going to get my period. Then I remember that I won't. When does that stop???
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